About

Patricia Childress is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with 26 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. She brings a calm, encouraging presence to work alongside people as they navigate difficult and unexpected moments in life.

Her clinical background spans care for clients from pediatrics through geriatrics, and she has a particular passion for supporting Veterans of all ages as well as first responders and active military. As a mother of five, Patricia combines professional training with personal insight into child development, family systems, and the complexities that arise within family relationships.

Patricia has extensive experience in grief work, understanding grief as more than only loss to death - it also includes any significant change that was unexpected, unplanned, or did not go as hoped. She helps clients explore the emotions tied to events such as divorce, moves, job changes, and shifts in relationships, recognizing that unresolved feelings can remain attached to these moments.

Her therapeutic approach is interactive and supportive, focused on creating a collaborative plan of care with solution-focused goals within a short-term treatment framework. Patricia aims to help clients process hurts and disappointments while building a resilient toolbox of skills to better handle future messy times. With practical strategies and steady encouragement, she supports people in making meaningful changes and finding clearer footing during transitions.

Location:
Florida, United States
Years Experience:
26
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Avoidant personality, BDSM, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Dependent personality, Depression, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Kink, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Parenting, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Separation, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Veterans, Visually impaired, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: FL LCSW SW16130
  • NPI Number: 1730714478
  • License: LCSW (Florida) #SW16130 exp 2027-03-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people wonder whether virtual appointments can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that best fits their schedule and comfort, choosing between video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to keep continuity of care when life is busy or circumstances change.

Licensed professionals conduct online sessions, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For many, the combination of clinical training, adaptable formats, and easier access makes online therapy a practical option for addressing everyday mental health and relationship concerns.

How much experience does Patricia Childress have?

Patricia Childress has 26 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Patricia Childress a licensed therapist?

Yes. Patricia Childress is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida and holds an LCSW credential (FL LCSW SW16130).

In which languages does Patricia Childress provide therapy?

Patricia Childress provides therapy in English.

Where is Patricia Childress located?

Patricia Childress is located in Florida.

How can I work with Patricia Childress as my therapist?

You can work with Patricia Childress through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Patricia Childress work with international clients?

Patricia Childress does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Childress cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.